Guests say
Boslow cottage in St Just, Cornwall, is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent location close to local amenities and scenic walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the cosy wood burning stove. The narrow lane access and parking are noted challenges, but manageable and often compensated by nearby alternatives. The property's thoughtful touches, such as treats upon arrival, contribute to its charm, although these are not guaranteed for every stay.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as spotlessly clean, well-maintained, and tidy, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The cottage's location is frequently commended for its proximity to the town centre, coastal paths, and other picturesque places, making it an ideal base for exploring Cornwall.
The property is generally found to be comfortable and spacious, with a cosy wood burning stove adding to the ambience. However, a few guests mention an uncomfortable bed and a tricky step, slightly affecting the comfort score.
Facilities are well-regarded, with the property being well-equipped for guests' needs. Some minor gripes about parking and a step at the top of the stairs suggest room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests mention treats left for arrival, which indicate thoughtfulness, there is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures are appreciated but not guaranteed.
About this property
This charming cottage nestles in a row of traditional abodes in St Just, paces from the picturesque and buzzing town square and one mile from the Cape Cornwall coastline. Set over two floors with sea views and a spacious, comfortable and well presented interior, Boslow make a lovely haven for family and friends. The ground floor hosts a sitting room with generous wood burning stove, bright dining room and smart kitchen and utility room. The first floor has three bedrooms, king-size bed, twin and double with an en-suite shower room, plus all with TV/DVD. There is also a family bathroom. The enclosed garden has a lawn and patio area for dining in the Cornish air, with furniture and barbecue pit. Positioned in a World Heritage Site, St Just has galleries, restaurants, cafes, a Post Office, butchers and bakers and four family friendly pubs set amidst a landscape steeped in mining history.Four miles away, Sennen Cove's beautiful stretch of sand, azure sea and rock pools are popular with families. From St Just, the coastal path leads to dramatic Land's End within a two hour ramble or head northwards to Pendeen Watch lighthouse. Visit Penzance in the arc of Mount's Bay with its colourful harbour and Art Deco Jubilee Pool. St Michael's Mount, the legendary landmark attraction with castle atop, beautiful Porthcurno and The Minack Theatre carved in the granite cliff face are must see attractions. St Ives, postcard perfect with its quay, quirky galleries and museums has excellent eateries and inns in abundance. Boslow guarantees absolute comfort and style.
The pretty market town of St Just sits less than one mile from the National Trust's Cape Cornwall and moments away from old inns and pubs serving excellent food and well poured pints, art galleries showcasing the work of talented local artists and an artisan butchers, bakers, cafes and green grocers.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV and en-suite shower room with basin and WC.
1 x twin with TV.
1 x double with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Under-floor and eco-electric heating with wood burning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TVs, DVDs, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with lawn and patio with furniture and BBQ pit.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Coast 1 mile.
Note: Access lane to cottage is narrow (the lane is 6' 11" wide) There is nearby roadside parking or the free car park in the village for those who require it.
Reviews (20)
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Melinda
Extremely clean and well equipped. Great location, close to town with great views looking out to cape Cornwall. Would love to stay again.
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Georgina
Loved the underfloor heating, the space, definitely a cozy oasis from the winds outside. The lounge was intimate and inviting, tranquil spot that was still well connected to the centre of town.
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Paul
Everything we could hope for was provided. Great beds - which is always important! Great that Cape Cornwall is in easy walking distance and the same for the village which has a great range of shops and places to eat. The Rabbit and Dog and the King's Arms were especially good. The Sykes travel info has driving to the property from the end of the Terrace that your info in the property says is the narrower - it is worth Sykes changing their info as it does make a difference.